Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show – 37 Pounds

Now the host of the hit Kelly Clarkson Show, which will replace the Ellen Degeneres show when that finishes its final episode, Kelly Clarkson actually rose to fame as the first winner of American Idol. Some of her big hits include Since You’ve Been Gone and Because Of You.

But while she was riding high on success, she had underlying weight issues. This was due to thyroid issues, which caused her weight to balloon. She struggled with her weight until she discovered a book called The Plant Paradox. This helped her to cook healthier and drop 37 pounds. Clarkson also has a plan for a new album in 2021.

Chrissy Metz, This Is Us – 100 Pounds

Chrissy Metz was lucky enough to be able to land roles because of her weight. She got a big break in American Horror Story: Freak Show playing the freak show fat lady. For this role, she wore a fat suit to exaggerate her size, an experience that opened her eyes.

Her current role as Kate in This Is Us also requires her to be overweight, also requires her to lose weight gradually, something she took as a win-win. She does daily 20-minute walks and cuts her caloric intake to 2000. She dropped 100 pounds, and it’s still coming down while she also continues to play Kate.

Mo’Nique, The Reading – 100 Pounds

There’s nothing wrong with some curves. This is exactly what comedian Mo’Nique subscribed to when she was working the comedy scene. It even suited her for her Oscar-winning showing in Precious and her sassy role in the sitcom The Parkers. She was doing fine until she was diagnosed with high blood pressure and diabetes.

This prompted her into action and, believing that weight loss is about happiness and health, she set about a weight loss journey. She removed fried food and sugar from her diet and got a personal trainer, focussing on weight training and cardio. She also started dancing. Her next film is a 2021 production called The Reading.